FDA 483 - Hillside Poultry Farms, Inc. - November 18, 2010

During an FDA inspection conducted from November 16 to November 18, 2010, at Hillside Poultry Farms, Inc. in Chambersburg, PA, several observations were noted regarding their shell egg production facility. The FDA issued a Form 483 document detailing three key issues. Firstly, the inspection revealed potential pest harborages outside one of their poultry houses. Specifically, debris was stored at the rear of House (b)(4) and vegetation was observed around its perimeter, which could attract and shelter pests, indicating a need for improved facility maintenance. Secondly, the firm was cited for not adequately monitoring for flies. The report noted that appropriate monitoring methods for flies were not being utilized, which is a critical aspect of an effective pest control program in a food-producing environment. Lastly, record-keeping practices were found to be deficient, as essential records, including those for cooler monitoring and rodent monitoring, did not contain the required information of the firm's name and farm location. As outlined in an FDA Form 483, these observations do not represent a final determination of compliance but highlight areas requiring attention. Hillside Poultry Farms, Inc. is expected to address these findings by implementing corrective actions to ensure their operations meet regulatory food safety standards for shell egg production.